University of Cologne

University of Cologne is a higher education institution in Cologne, Germany. Its academic offer includes structured degree pathways, student support services, and clear admissions routes. Many students choose it for a balance of academic training, practical learning, and a diverse campus experience. Prospective students can use official university resources to compare programmes and plan next steps.

Rankings

#11 (National rank)▼

National rank

Ranked #11 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #11 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #12 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #12 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

World rank

Ranked #168 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

World rank

Ranked #168 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

Incoming Erasmus

417+ Students/Year

Semester Dates

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Autumn Term

14 Sept - 5 Feb

Spring Term

15 Feb - 2 Jul

Drinks

Pint 🍺: €3.5Wine 🍷: €6.5

Tuition (EU / Non-EU) (EST.)

0 € / 510 €

Monthly Rent (Est.)

620 €

On-Campus Housing

❌ None

Erasmus student network

✅ Active

Affordability Score

4/10

Total Students

47,377

English Programs

✅ Courses AvailableOfficial Catalogue ↗

Official Portal

Visit University Site ↗